Elka Suspension MOUNTAIN BIKE SERIES - Manual (Page 9)

LOW-SPEED COMPRESSION
The low-speed compression adjustment controls the damping
level (resistance) for slow movement of the shock’s shaft (low
velocity), such as under pedaling, when cornering and when
preloading the suspension for jumping. The low-speed
compression damping level provides the overall stiffness feeling
of the bike’s suspension, making it either plush and comfortable
or firm and fast-rolling.
You should start in the middle of the adjustment range. To adjust
properly, turn the adjuster one click at a time and take a test ride.
The adjustment is more sensitive towards the fully in position
(slowest). When the low-speed setting gets too hard, the shock
absorber will not be able to absorb low-velocity impacts and
weight transfers, thus making the ride harsher. When the low-
speed setting gets too soft, the shock absorber will be too active,
will wallow more under pedaling and will become more prone to
bottoming out.
INCREASING THE LOW-SPEED COMPRESSION DAMPING
(STIFFER SUSPENSION)
To increase the low-speed compression damping,
thus making the suspension stiffer, turn the red low-speed
compression adjuster knob clockwise (screw in). There is
about 22 clicks of low-speed compression adjustment.
REDUCING THE LOW-SPEED COMPRESSION DAMPING
(SOFTER SUSPENSION)
To reduce the low-speed compression damping, thus making
the suspension softer, turn the red low-speed compression
adjuster knob counterclockwise (unscrew).
Low-Speed Compression Adjustment
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
When turning the HIGH-SPEED compression adjustment knob, the LOW-SPEED
compression adjustment knob will follow along without affecting its setting.